Alexander

Chapter 45

I decided to make Xander a turkey sandwich so that it would be quick and easy. I walk back to the living room to find him asleep while sitting on my couch. I carefully place the plate on top of the center table and studied his face for a moment.

Alexander Woods was a walking time bomb and he was aware of that. That's why he makes sure that he keeps his circle small, he didn't want to hurt people. He had way too many unspoken traumas in his life that made him like this.

I let out a small sigh

I appreciate him making an effort to improve and help himself, something inside me was pushing me to help him and make sure that he talks to his therapist according to the prescribed schedule. I walk upstairs to my room and grabbed a notebook and pen then went back to the living room. Xander was already awake and starting to eat the sandwich

"Thank you" He muttered, taking a huge bite "Can I know your prescribed schedule?" I asked opening the notebook. He nods, chewing silently "Monday, Wednesday and Friday" I nod, writing what he said on my notebook "The doctor said its going to be like that until she sees huge improvement and once she does, I'll only need to contact her whenever I feel like I need her" I nod, looking up at him. His sandwich was already gone which surprised me because he literally just started eating

"That was a great sandwich" I chuckle "Thank you" He gives me a small smile then looks at his phone "It's already late" I ignore the disappointment that I was feeling

He was leaving already?

"You have work tomorrow?" He asked, looking at me. I shook my head making him smile "Great, how about I take you out tomorrow?" He asks, standing up and fixing his shirt "Are you asking me out on a date?" I joked, standing up also. He smirks and wraps his hand around my wrist then pulls me towards him. He places his other hand on my back and pulling me closer "Yes I am"

I can feel my face heating up and turning red by his sudden actions. I bite my lip, looking at him for a few seconds "What's the attire for tomorrow's date?" I said, softly. His smirk turns into a genuine smile making my heart flutter "Activewear" I pull away from him and looked at him confused "Are you lowkey telling me that I'm fat?" He quickly shakes his head "No, my therapist said I need to do something therapeutic atleast every other day. I was thinking of hiking tomorrow and I want you to come with me" He said, pulling me closer to him again making sure that our bodies were touching "Well only if you want to come with me" He added with a soft tone in his voice.

I look at him and smiled. He really was following the therapist's advice which makes me very happy and relieved. I want to help him and this was a great opportunity to help and support him. I gently place a hand on his cheek making him lean into my touch while looking into my eyes

"I would love to"

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My phone alarm goes off making me groan and open one eye to turn off the irritating sound. I look at the time and it was seven in the morning.

When I agreed to join Xander he told me he would pick me up at eight in the morning. My lazy ass immediately wanted to back out but the high school girl that was fangirling over Xander side of me won. I look at the black backpack that I prepared last night because I knew that if I didn't pack last night, I would be too lazy to pack in the morning.

Xander texted a few items that I needed to bring and he made sure that I didn't forget which I thanked him for because I tend to forget a lot of things when I'm packing.

I take a quick hot bath and changed into a black cycling shorts matched with a black sports bra. I put on a loose white crop top and tied my hair into a high ponytail.

I look around my room, double checking if I missed anything. I grab my wallet that was on top of my bedside table and put it inside my bag.

My phone vibrates, telling me I just received a message

"I'm outside"

I look outside my window and saw Xander putting his stuff at the back of his car. I quickly grab my shoes and bag then ran downstairs.

After putting on my shoes I put my house keys inside my bag, making sure that I put it at the bottom part so that I won't lose it. I went out and locked my front door.

I walk towards Xander who was wearing black shorts and a white shirt. He was wearing dark black shades which made him look like a hot celebrity.

If there were paparazzis around I'm damn sure that they won't get a single bad shot of this guy. He was just way too perfect.

Don't be a simp, Lauren

He turns around when he heard my footsteps and gives me a wolfish grin making my heart flutter "Good Morning" He stops whatever he was doing and hugs me. I return his hug and smiled "Good Morning" He grabs my bag and places it inside his trunk "Oh wait I need to get my wallet first" I reach out to grab my bag but he quickly closes the trunk "You won't be needing it" I look at him "Yes I do. I need it to eat and buy stuff that I'll be needing" I chuckle. He shakes his head, grabbing me hand and pulling me towards the passenger side "I asked you out which means everything's on me" I was the one shaking my head this time "I can't accept th-" He stops walking and pins me to the door of his car. His nose was touching mine making me shut up and look at him, surprised

"Argue and I'll kiss you" He muttered lowly

I look at his soft lips that was only an inch away from mine making me crave for him. He watches me stare at his lips making him stiffen. He shuts his eyes tightly and pulls away slowly

I hate to admit it but I'm disappointed that he didn't kiss me.

"I've already stolen a few kisses from you but I want our next kiss to be different. I want you to be the one to ask for it" He said lowly, looking at me. I give him a small smile "I'll only kiss you if you want me to"

He makes my heart flutter, again

I nod and watch him open the door for me. Before getting inside the car, I look at his eyes through his shades "Thank you" I muttered and gave him a small kiss on the cheek. I sat on the passenger seat and he closes the door after a few seconds since he was slightly surprised and taken aback by my action.

He walks to the driver's side and once he got in, he turns the engine on. He looks at me and smiles "Everything good? Lets go?" I nod

"Lets go"

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